HÆLOS — Live on KEXP, 2016

HÆLOS’ performance on KEXP in 2016 showcased their atmospheric trip-hop style, where hypnotic electronic beats, melancholic vocal harmonies, and subtle synth textures merged into a harmonious soundscape, infused with soul and contemplative energy. Held at KEXP’s studio in Seattle, USA, as a live recording for the radio, the British band, whose music intertwines trip-hop, electronica, and indie-rock elements, created a set where their artistry blossomed in every chord. Comprising Lotti Benardout, Arthur Delaney, and Dom Goldsmith, HÆLOS wove an atmosphere where melodies echoed like whispers of a nocturnal city, carrying listeners into a world of introspection and dreams, as the audience watching the broadcast felt this beauty in every measure. In 2016, the band was riding a wave of acclaim following their debut album "Full Circle," released in March that year, and the set featured key tracks from that record, reflecting their musical journey. The performance of "Dust" ignited with subtle magic, while live percussion and the studio’s visual ambiance added a refined dramatic flair to the recording. HÆLOS began their career in the 2010s, and "Full Circle" marked a significant milestone, establishing them in the trip-hop genre. KEXP, with its intimate atmosphere and focus on live performances, provided the perfect setting for this recording, allowing HÆLOS to enchant listeners.